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4. If the engine oil is at or below the

minimum level mark, remove the
oil filler cap and add oil.

5. Check the engine oil filler cap O-

ring. Replace if damaged.

6. Install the engine oil filler cap.

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1. Start the engine and allow it to idle

for a few minutes to warm up the
oil, and then stop the engine.

2. Place an oil pan under the engine

to collect the used oil.

3. Remove the engine oil filler cap,

and then the engine oil drain bolt
and gasket. 

TIP

Skip steps 4–6 if the oil filter cartridge
is not being replaced.

4. Remove the oil filter cartridge with

an oil filter wrench.

TIP

An oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.

5. Apply a thin coat of clean engine

oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.

TIP

Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.

6. Install the new oil filter cartridge,

and then tighten to the specified
torque.

1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring

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2. Gasket

1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge

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UBAM11E0.book  Page 11  Wednesday, September 8, 2021  1:00 PM

Summary of Contents for MT09SPN

Page 1: ...this vehicle MOTORCYCLE OWNER S MANUAL Specifications Consumer information Motorcycle care and storage Periodic maintenance and adjustment For your safety pre operation checks Instrument and control...

Page 2: ...eproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently wh...

Page 3: ...aintain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yamaha...

Page 4: ...al personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or se...

Page 5: ...Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition August 2021 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed...

Page 6: ...y pre operation checks 6 1 Operation and important riding points 7 1 Engine break in 7 1 Starting the engine 7 2 Shifting 7 3 Parking 7 5 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8 1 Tool kit 8 2 Periodic...

Page 7: ...oubleshooting chart 8 34 Motorcycle care and storage 9 1 Matte color caution 9 1 Care 9 1 Storage 9 3 Specifications 10 1 Consumer information 11 1 Identification numbers 11 1 Diagnostic connector 11...

Page 8: ...hey contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is avail...

Page 9: ...ng can cause loss of control Read owner s manual for proper loading 3JJ 28446 A2 WARNING 3 kg 7 lbs 3TB 24877 A1 B7N 21686 00 3 2 1 FUEL THROTTLE BODY TANK SOLENOID VALVE CHARCOAL CANISTER ATMOSPHERE...

Page 10: ...0kg 198 lbs maximum load FRONT REAR 14B 21668 01 WARNING 29P 2816R 01 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ HELMET eye protection and protective clothing THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR A...

Page 11: ...Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possibility...

Page 12: ...in tain control of the motorcycle The passenger should always hold onto the operator the seat strap or grab bar if equipped with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests Never carry a...

Page 13: ...le is changed To avoid the possibility of an accident use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle Use extra care when riding a motorcycle that has added cargo or accessorie...

Page 14: ...nge any of the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Keep t...

Page 15: ...Transporting the Motorcycle Be sure to observe following instruc tions before transporting the motorcy cle in another vehicle Remove all loose items from the motorcycle Check that the fuel cock if equ...

Page 16: ...page 5 27 4 Compression damping force adjuster page 5 27 5 Rebound damping force adjuster page 5 27 6 Shift pedal page 5 17 7 Engine oil drain bolt page 8 10 8 Fast compression damping force adjuster...

Page 17: ...juster page 5 24 4 Rebound damping force adjuster page 5 24 5 Coolant reservoir page 8 13 6 Engine oil level check window page 8 10 7 Engine oil filler cap page 8 10 8 Brake pedal page 5 18 9 Rear bra...

Page 18: ...16 2 Left handlebar switches page 5 2 3 Main switch steering lock page 5 1 4 Instrument panel page 5 4 5 7 5 Right handlebar switches page 5 2 6 Front brake fluid reservoir page 8 20 7 Throttle grip...

Page 19: ...f Activating and setting the cruise control system 1 Push the cruise control power switch located on the left handlebar The cruise control sys tem indicator light will come on 2 Push the SET side of t...

Page 20: ...oon as the cruise control system is deactivat ed unless the throttle grip is turned Using the resume function Push the RES side of the cruise control setting switch to reactivate the cruise control sy...

Page 21: ...l or downhill When the vehicle is traveling up hill the actual traveling speed may become lower than the set cruis ing speed If this occurs acceler ate to the desired traveling speed using the throttl...

Page 22: ...er as needed un til traction is restored The stability control indicator light flashes to let the rider know that traction control has engaged This traction control system automati cally adjusts accor...

Page 23: ...system can be turned on or off manually only when the key is in the ON position and the motorcycle is stopped TIP Set TCS MODE to OFF to help free the rear wheel if the motorcycle gets stuck in mud s...

Page 24: ...h 12 mi h Engine speed of at least 2000 r min Engine speed sufficiently away from red zone Decelerating and throttle fully closed TIP QS and QS can be individ ually set Shifting into or out of neutra...

Page 25: ...bstitute for the use of proper rid ing and braking techniques The brake control system cannot pre vent all loss of traction due to over braking from excessive speed or lateral wheel slip when braking...

Page 26: ...out the engine running EAU10664 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10062 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is moving Otherwise the electrical system...

Page 27: ...o mark the start of each lap when using the lap timer EAU66040 Turn signal switch To signal a right hand turn push this switch to To signal a left hand turn push this switch to When released the switc...

Page 28: ...oper ate the hazard switch again NOTICE ECA10062 Do not use the hazard lights for an extended length of time with the en gine not running otherwise the bat tery may discharge EAU73952 Cruise control s...

Page 29: ...e switch inward to reset selected items TIP If the wheel switch is not operated for a certain period of time the cursor will disappear For items that can be reset leave the cursor over the item press...

Page 30: ...when the cruise control system is activated See page 4 1 TIP When the vehicle is turned on these lights should come on for a few sec onds and then go off Otherwise have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi...

Page 31: ...he engine immediately TIP When the vehicle is first turned on this light should come on until the engine is started If a malfunction is detected this light will come on and the oil pres sure icon will...

Page 32: ...ncrease the risk of an acci dent Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s traveling speed TIP The display can be switched between kilometers and miles See Unit on page 5 15 1 Tachometer 2 Speed...

Page 33: ...te the wheel switch to choose a different display item Push the wheel switch inward to con firm the new display item TIP ODO will lock at 999999 and can not be reset TRIP1 and TRIP2 will reset to 0 an...

Page 34: ...the MODE up down switches Use the MODE switch to toggle left right between TCS MODE and D MODE See page 4 3 for information on D MODE and TCS MODE settings TIP When the engine trouble warning light t...

Page 35: ...adjust the temperature level Press the wheel switch inward to con firm the temperature level and exit the grip warmer function NOTICE ECA17932 Be sure to wear gloves when using the grip warmers Do not...

Page 36: ...de warning will appear as follows Err and indicator light indicates an ECU error Err only indicates an ABS ECU error TIP Depending on the nature of the error the display may not function properly and...

Page 37: ...nd holding the wheel switch may not save set tings changes Display Setting This module allows you to switch the lap time mode and tachometer color mode ON OFF When the lap time mode is selected the tw...

Page 38: ...on or off via the main screen using the MODE switches SCS and LIF can be turned off in dependently of traction control system for TCS MODE M When TCS MODE has been set to OFF on the main screen trac...

Page 39: ...ting in that direction TIP If the quick shifter setting cannot be changed turn the engine off with the gear position set to neutral then change the setting Shift Indicator This module allows a custom...

Page 40: ...al measurement units When using kilometers the fuel con sumption units can be changed be tween km L or L 100km When using miles MPG will be available Temperature units can be switched between Celsius...

Page 41: ...o their default or factory presets Select YES to reset all items After se lecting YES all items will be reset and the screen will automatically return to the top MENU screen EAU12823 Clutch lever To d...

Page 42: ...mmed to ignore un clear input signals Therefore be sure to shift using quick and sufficiently forceful inputs EAU26827 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To appl...

Page 43: ...ulsating sensation may be felt at the brake lever or brake pedal as the hy draulic unit rapidly applies and reduces brake pressure In this situation con tinue to apply the brake lever and brake pedal...

Page 44: ...performance of the ABS will result EAU13077 Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap Open the fuel tank cap lock cover in sert the key and then turn it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be released and...

Page 45: ...on such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank When refueling be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole Stop filling when the fu...

Page 46: ...used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems NOTICE ECA1...

Page 47: ...exhaust system contains catalytic converter s to reduce harmful exhaust emissions WARNING EWA10863 The exhaust system is hot after op eration To prevent a fire hazard or burns Do not park the vehicle...

Page 48: ...projections into the seat holders as shown 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place 3 Remove the key TIP Make sure that the seat is properly se cured before riding EAU91560 Rider footrest...

Page 49: ...g force adjusting bolts for slow compression damping NOTICE ECA22472 Use extra care to avoid scratch ing the anodized finish when making suspension adjust ments To avoid damaging the suspen sion s int...

Page 50: ...nd may damage the suspension Compression damping force To adjust the compression damping force for fast compression damping Turn the adjusting bolt in direction a to increase the compression damping f...

Page 51: ...n direction a the 0 click position and the 1 click position may be the same When turning the damping force adjuster in direction b it may click beyond the stated specifica tions however such adjustmen...

Page 52: ...spring preload the longer distance A is the lower the spring preload Rebound damping force Turn the adjusting knob in direction a to increase the rebound damping force Turn the adjusting knob in dire...

Page 53: ...on b it may click beyond the stated specifica tions however such adjustments are ineffective and may damage the suspension WARNING EWA10222 This shock absorber assembly con tains highly pressurized ni...

Page 54: ...switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situa tions See the following section for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA102...

Page 55: ...tarts unless the clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up Also it will stop the running engine should the sidestand be lowered while the trans mission is in gear Periodically check this system v...

Page 56: ...stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES NO The neutral switch may not b...

Page 57: ...wing points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose connectio...

Page 58: ...Lubricate if necessary 8 24 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check chain condition Lubricate if necessary 8 22 8 24 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread de...

Page 59: ...ls and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working correctly have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 5 29 ITEM C...

Page 60: ...600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result i...

Page 61: ...come on and stay on until the en gine is started The ABS warning light should come on and stay on until the ve hicle reaches a speed of 5 km h 3 mi h NOTICE ECA24110 If a warning or indicator light d...

Page 62: ...ion press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it This model is equipped with a quick shifter See page 4 6 NOTICE ECA22523 When shifting press...

Page 63: ...use the brakes to slow the motorcycle and continue to downshift as necessary 4 Once the motorcycle has stopped the transmission can be shifted into the neutral position The neutral indicator light sho...

Page 64: ...xhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn...

Page 65: ...forming maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while s...

Page 66: ...e intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If you...

Page 67: ...0 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months 20000 mi 31000 km or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark p...

Page 68: ...system for dam age Replace if necessary No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 160...

Page 69: ...ement Replace Every 24000 mi 37000 km 3 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 4 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Rear brake Chec...

Page 70: ...s 13 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Moderately repack with lithium soap based grease Every 12000 mi 19000 km 14 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fas teners Cor...

Page 71: ...if necessary 23 Rear suspension link pivots Check operation Correct if necessary 24 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 25 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 26 Cooling system Check coolan...

Page 72: ...ter cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years or sooner if cracked or damaged 28 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lu...

Page 73: ...essive carbon or other deposits it should be replaced Before installing a spark plug the spark plug gap should be measured with a wire thickness gauge and if necessary adjusted to specification Clean...

Page 74: ...t use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters...

Page 75: ...e oil filler cap and then the engine oil drain bolt and gasket TIP Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 4 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An o...

Page 76: ...lube YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part born of the engineers passion and belief that engine oil is an impor tant liquid engine component We form teams of specialists in the fields of me chanical e...

Page 77: ...p Never attempt to re move the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA15162 4 Add coolant to the maximum level mark NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled water or soft tap water instead Do...

Page 78: ...t to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA10382 EAU36765 Air filter element The air filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication...

Page 79: ...Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10504 Operation of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or...

Page 80: ...moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be broken in for it to develop its optimal characteristics Tire information This model is equipped with tubeless tires and tire...

Page 81: ...100 km 60 mi after installing a new tire The tires must be warmed up before a high speed run Always adjust the tire air pres sure according to the operating conditions EAU21963 Cast wheels To maximiz...

Page 82: ...ectly have a Yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism EAU37914 Checking the brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end If there is free play have a Yamaha deale...

Page 83: ...Yamaha dealer EAU22393 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU36...

Page 84: ...2 Checking the brake fluid level Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level Replenish the brake fluid if n...

Page 85: ...clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indi cate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage...

Page 86: ...ard to the middle of the chain link be ing pressed down at position B 5 If distance A is incorrect adjust it as follows NOTICE Improper drive chain slack will overload the engine as well as other vita...

Page 87: ...chain pullers are in the same position for proper wheel alignment 3 Tighten the axle nut then the lock nuts to their specified torques 4 Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same positio...

Page 88: ...he drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant NOTICE Do not use engine oil or any other lubri cants for the drive chain as they may contain substances...

Page 89: ...ubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU44276 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals shoul...

Page 90: ...uld be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10732 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have...

Page 91: ...he inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING To avoid injury securely suppor...

Page 92: ...teer ing EAU23292 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart If there is play in the wh...

Page 93: ...to discharge more quick ly if the vehicle is equipped with op tional electrical accessories NOTICE ECA16522 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery char...

Page 94: ...cover and pulling upwards 3 Remove the blown fuse using the fuse puller 1 Fuse box 1 1 1 1 Brake light fuse 2 Ignition fuse 2 3 Signaling system fuse 4 Ignition fuse 5 Headlight fuse 6 ABS ECU fuse 7...

Page 95: ...e fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system NOTICE ECA27210 Do not drive while the fuse box cov er is removed 1 Fuse puller 1 1 1 Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A T...

Page 96: ...t lens EAU24331 License plate light If the license plate light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit or replace the bulb EAU67131 Supporting the motorcycle Since this mode...

Page 97: ...e any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imitati...

Page 98: ...Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug s Have a Yamaha dealer che...

Page 99: ...ped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recomme...

Page 100: ...all areas may be sprayed with salt as a de icing method This salt can stay on the roads well into spring so be sure to wash the underside and chassis parts after riding in such areas Genuine Yamaha ca...

Page 101: ...Use an old tooth brush or plastic bristle brush for hard to reach places NOTICE Use cold water if the vehicle has been exposed to salt Warm wa ter will increase salt s corrosive properties ECA26301 3...

Page 102: ...rays and wax sparingly Wipe off excess afterwards WARNING EWA20660 Contaminants left on the brakes or tires can cause loss of control Make sure there is no lubricant or wax on the brakes or tires If n...

Page 103: ...s are grounded This will limit spark ing during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter This will coat the cylinder wall with oil WARNING To prevent dam age or injury from...

Page 104: ...service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 2 80 L 2 96 US qt 2 46 Imp qt With oil filter removal 3 20 L 3 38 US qt 2 82 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to t...

Page 105: ...go and accessories Front brake Type Hydraulic dual disc brake Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Electrical...

Page 106: ...ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this numb...

Page 107: ...into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU48271 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tio...

Page 108: ...or service proce dures are performed Vehicle data uploaded will be handled appropriately according to the follow ing Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party e...

Page 109: ...inds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Yamaha Motor Co...

Page 110: ...for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or r...

Page 111: ...r that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000...

Page 112: ...ion 11 7 11 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks UBAM11E0 book Page 7 Wednesday Septembe...

Page 113: ...equent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and...

Page 114: ...r date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be...

Page 115: ...red repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is in...

Page 116: ...rotection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we ll be happy to help you get the Y E S cover...

Page 117: ...ngine trouble warning light 5 5 F Front and rear brake pads checking 8 19 Front fork adjusting 5 24 Front fork checking 8 27 Fuel 5 20 Fuel level warning light 5 5 Fuel tank breather hose and overflow...

Page 118: ...CS MODE 4 4 Throttle grip checking and lubricating 8 25 Tires 8 15 Tool kit 8 2 Troubleshooting 8 33 Troubleshooting chart 8 34 Turn signal indicator lights 5 5 Turn signal switch 5 2 V Valve clearanc...

Page 119: ...ght right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineeri...

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